The Principal Investigator (PI) will provide leadership, ensure the quality of project deliverables and oversee all administrative, technical, financial and management aspects of the anticipated project. Reorting to the East and Southern Africa (ESARO) Portfolio Director, the PI will plan and direct project schedules and monitor budget/spending from initiation through delivery. The PI will select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

This position is contingent upon donor funding to FHI 360 and will be based in Eswatini

Accountabilities

Responsible for creating, promoting, and maintaining safe and equitable work environments for all personnel.

Provides leadership to the project team, ensuring clarity over plans and priorities, encouraging effective teamwork.

Plans, directs, and coordinates activities for designated projects to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

Reviews project proposals and plans to determine scheduling, budget, procedures, staffing, and allotment of resources needed for projects.

Establishes work plans, project teams, and SOPs to meet project goals and ensure compliance with policies.

Develops proposals and research sources for funding projects.

Provides guidance and training to managers and staff to achieve project goals.

Participates in the strategic development of methods and techniques with executive management.

Responsible for induction of project staff, ensuring their familiarity with mandate values, quality standards, policies and project objectives and their individual responsibilities in upholding these standards and policies.

Supports performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Civil Society, Communication and Social Marketing, Economic Development, Education, or Related Fields. Project Management (PM) certification preferred

Experience and Skills

Typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience with project management principles and practices (including 5+ years of line management experience).

Proficient with applicable rules, regulations, and policies associated with international development and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

Demonstrated senior experience in multi-sector project management and implementation.

Demonstrated strategic planning, staff development, and capacity building experience.

Experience in public health surveillance, outbreak preparedness, and response in developing countries.

Excellent and demonstrated project management, oral and written communication skills.

Strong influencing, and consultative skills.

Strong critical thinking, negotiation and problem-solving skills, ability to organize and manage resources for successful completion of projects.

Ability to motivate and collaborate with others and build positive local working relationships.

Typical Physical Demands

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.